Laura Davis
Laura Davis
15 Timberline Drive San Antonio, Texas 66554
(512) 555-1212
I am a bike-obsessed freelance writer with experience in competitive racing, travel and sports nutrition. I’m available to write articles, race reports, web content, and pretty much anything related to cycling.
Qualifications
Writing: Professional writer with over five years experience in newspaper, online and business writing with credits including The Austin Gazette, Hill Country Cyclist, and The Active Traveler
Editing: Proofreader and copy editor for numerous publications and websites, including Texas Bike Commuter, Pro Race Press, and CycleSavvy.com.
Internet and Desktop Publishing: Page layout with QuarkXPress and Adobe Illustrator; Web skills in HTML, CSS, Java, and Javascript; fluent in MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint
Publications
- Armstrong's Austin. Hill Country Cyclist. October 17, 2003
- Two Wheels to the West Coast. Freedom Press. 2001
- Title Could Be Anyone's. Tri Sport Magazine. 2000
Work History
Freelance Writer
May 1997 — Present
Journalism
- Freelance writer with credits including The Austin Gazette, Hill Country Cyclist, and The Active Traveler. I am also the author of a travelogue, Two Wheels to the West Coast.
Copywriting
- In addition to writing for magazines and newspapers, I also do freelance copywriting work for numerous businesses, primarily in the sports industry.
- In this capacity, I've written brochures, marketing material, website copy and business documents.
Owner/Manager, Cycle Surgeon
August 1990 — May 1997
Primary owner of award-winning Austin bike shop; responsible for all aspects of hiring, accounting, store management, supply and pricing.
Education
Bachelor of Science
in Sports Therapy
University of Texas, May 1989, Magna Cum Laude